AI citation
AEO and AI searchAn AI citation occurs when a language model references, links to, or attributes information to your content when generating an answer. Citations are the AI equivalent of backlinks in traditional SEO. They signal that your content is authoritative enough for the model to use as a source. Platforms like Perplexity show explicit source links, while others like ChatGPT may reference sources implicitly. Earning more AI citations increases your brand visibility and credibility in AI-powered search.
Content that gets cited by AI models reaches users at the exact moment they are researching, which drives high-intent traffic and trust.
Perplexity cites your blog post on review management when a user asks 'How should a restaurant handle fake reviews?', driving qualified visitors to your site.
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